Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pen-pal
noun
/ˈpɛnˌpæl/
Definition
A pen-pal is a person with whom one corresponds regularly by mail, often someone from a different country or culture.
Examples
- She has a pen-pal from Japan with whom she shares her experiences.
- Many students have pen-pals to practice their language skills.
- They started as pen-pals and eventually met in person.
Meaning
The term refers to friends who exchange letters, fostering friendship through written communication.
Synonyms
- Correspondent
- Letter friend
- Mail friend
